Vivo iQOO 13 vs ZTE AXON 50 5G
The Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE AXON 50 5G (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 49/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 628,581); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE AXON 50 5G doesn't; the ZTE AXON 50 5G is noticeably lighter (178g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 13
ZTE AXON 50 5G
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE AXON 50 5G better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 207g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 13 vs the ZTE AXON 50 5G, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 35 points higher (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE AXON 50 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 13 | ZTE AXON 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc Tiger T760 | |
| AnTuTu | 3150555 | 628581 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 735 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2380 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6150 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 13 Tiramisu | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | 161.9×72.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE AXON 50 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE AXON 50 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2380
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
ZTE AXON 50 5G
- 4800 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 13 and ZTE AXON 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads ZTE AXON 50 5G by 401.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE AXON 50 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G (73/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE AXON 50 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE AXON 50 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE AXON 50 5G by 35 points (84/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 13 and the ZTE AXON 50 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE AXON 50 5G — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE AXON 50 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 13 or the ZTE AXON 50 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 13 over the ZTE AXON 50 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.